The eXact® range includes concentrated lactic cultures specifically developed for mesophilic dairy applications such as fermented cream, kefir, buttermilk, and fresh cheeses. eXact® solutions provide producers with precise control over taste, texture, and product stability, while meeting modern requirements for reducing sugar, fat, and additives. Through technological flexibility and consistent performance, the eXact® range supports process optimization and adaptation to consumer trends. 

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Features

  • Mesophilic lactic cultures, designed for fresh and fermented dairy products;
  • Highly concentrated cultures, adapted for direct vat fermentation;
  • Enable fine-tuning of:
    • flavor intensity;
    • texture and viscosity;
    • acidification rates;
    • CO₂ production;
  • Contribuie to stable pH and shelf-life stability;
  • Support development of products with reduced sugar, fat, and stabilizers;
  • Compatible with various technologies: direct fermentation, natural separation, centrifugation, or ultrafiltration.

Advantages

  • Increased flexibility in production, adapted to different markets and formulations;
  • Improved control of texture and sensory profile, regardless of process;
  • Ability to reduce or eliminate stabilizers, milk powder, and additives;
  • Better yield and batch-to-batch consistency;
  • Fast adaptation to consumer demand for „clean label” products;
  • Technical support and expertise from Novonesis for optimal culture selection.

Applicability

  • Fermented cream (sour cream, crème fraîche, smetana);
  • Kefir – classic, mild, or modern (including probiotic variants);
  • Buttermilk – classic, modern, or with enhanced texture;
  • Fresh cheeses:cream cheese, quark, fromage frais / fromage blanc;
  • Processes involving direct fermentation or followed by separation, centrifugation, or ultrafiltration;
  • Products intended for both everyday consumption and premium segments.